The busiest cat in the world is poised to keep watch over you while you drive — and as usual, she does it in style, as a super-cute dash cam.
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The staff and characters of Puroland want you to know that they’re waiting for your visit from the bottom of their hearts.
Crouch too close to the sewer, and you might catch a glimpse of red…oh, it’s just her ribbon.
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The dreamy Hello Kitty Show Box in Hyogo Prefecture celebrates the world’s beloved Sanrio mascot.
The Hello Kitty/Gundam crossover seems to have no interest in toning down the violence of a mecha war in space.
Japan’s cute character queen teams up with the coolest way to see downtown Tokyo’s most traditional neighborhood.
Sanrio’s new shop scheduled to open in Asakusa this coming April should be a Hello Kitty fan’s idea of heaven.




















Japan may add Japanese language proficiency, lifestyle classes to permanent foreign resident requirements
Disillusionment at Tsukiji’s tourist-target prices led us to a great ramen restaurant in Tokyo
Lacquerware supplier to emperor of Japan and Pokémon team up for new tableware
More Than a Capsule Stay: Why Solo Travelers Choose “global cabin Yokohama Chinatown”
Ghibli’s Hayao Miyazaki says the anime industry’s problem is that it’s full of anime fans
“Bear” voted Japan’s Kanji of the Year for 2025 in extremely close race
See the world through a new lens while wearing a pair of Studio Ghibli-inspired eyeglasses
“Good on the floor?” Five funny times Google Translate drops the ball with Japanese idioms
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
7-Eleven Japan starts new temporary luggage storage service in over 300 branches
Starbucks teams up with 166-year-old Kyoto doll maker for Year of the Horse decorations【Photos】
Tokyo’s Tsukiji sushi neighborhood asks tour groups to stay away for the rest of the month
Street Fighter Hadouken Churros to be launched and eaten in Tokyo, Okami pudding on offer too
Japanese woman mistaken for bear
Return of Totoro sequel short anime announced for Ghibli Park
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
Starbucks on a Shinkansen bullet train platform: 6 tips for using the automated store in Japan
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Japanese train company is letting fans buy its actual ticket gates for their homes
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting tourist crowds in Tokyo’s Asakusa neighborhood?
Starbucks Japan unveils new Christmas goods and a rhinestone tumbler that costs 19,500 yen
Tokyo considering law requiring more trash cans following litter increase in heavily touristed area
Nintendo’s Kirby now delivering orders at Kura Sushi restaurants, but not in Japan
Tokyo event lets you travel back in time, for free, to celebrate 100 years since Showa era start
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s deadliest food claims more victims, but why do people keep eating it for New Year’s?
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
The top 10 annoying foreign tourist behaviors on trains, as chosen by Japanese people【Survey】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
“Bear” voted Japan’s Kanji of the Year for 2025 in extremely close race
See the world through a new lens while wearing a pair of Studio Ghibli-inspired eyeglasses
“Good on the floor?” Five funny times Google Translate drops the ball with Japanese idioms
Sanrio theme park in Japan announces plans to expand into a Sanrio resort
One of Japan’s rarest sweets is a sell-out hit that looks and tastes like frost
Starbucks Japan releases new zodiac chilled cup drink for 2026
How to speak Japanese like a gyaru【2024 edition】
New smartphone game lets you date real-life J-pop idols, but shockingly gives them 100 Boyfriends
Evangelion original anime studio Gainax is now completely dissolved, Eva’s creator mourns ruined friendships
Japan’s version of a ouija board: We try to summon Mr. Kokkuri
Mos Burger’s new “Focaccia Sand” surprises us with its long sausage
Japan’s new canned chu-hai with fresh lemon slice: disappointing gimmick or drink revelation?